This whimsical maternity session in DC felt like it was out of a fairytale. There is something so sweet about photographing a first baby bump. The new adventure together as a couple is so exciting and a little frighting but you are in it together. There is a deep love that you can tangibly feel […]

Somehow another year has flown by. Our Jesse Boy is one! He is a delight in everyday and brings us so much joy. He took his first step this week but is in no hurry to walk or talk. He takes his time with things but when he starts, he does things big like popping […]

These family photos in Bishop’s Garden felt like a dream. The National Cathedral feels regal with it’s stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. Bishop’s Garden is nestled below the Cathedral and offers an amazing array of blooms all summer and fall. It has winding stone pathways and even a small fish pond tucked in a small […]

These family photos at the Capitol may just be some favorites of mine! I love showing clients some of the most beautiful spots in DC. This family has a tradition of scheduling a photo session together when they travel to a new place. I just love that! We started at the Supreme Court to capture […]

Becoming a mother has been more refining than I ever imagined and even more joyful than I ever imagined. Robert Thorne and Jesse Lee….my greatest treasures. I’m so grateful to call you mine. To each mother I have had the honor of photographing, thank you! You have given me wonderful examples of grace and strength […]

Many of my clients think of having their family photos taken during the fall close to the holidays. I love a holiday card as much as anyone but there are so many wonderful reasons why you should choose summer family photos. Table of Contents Summer days feel much more relaxing when you don’t need to […]

These Intimate Spring Family Photos were the perfect way to celebrate this beautiful mama with there two sweet boys. Two and three are such fun ages to capture toddlers. They are energetic, darling and wonderfully unpredictable. I loved how this mother just went with the flow and let them pick a few flowers here and […]

These Tenleytown Family Photos felt so special! The parents wanted two celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary with photos together at the church where they exchanged vows. This time, their two little boys were with them. It was such a fun and casual photos session together. We started out with portraits at the church and then […]

These Washington DC Newborn Photos were everything I dream about…cozy, at-home and joyful newborn photos. It’s always the greatest honor being asked to come back into a client’s home to photograph another new baby. I love watching toddler become big siblings. It’s so fun watching how each child adjusts and bond with their new baby. […]

I love being a Manassas VA Family Photographer because there are so many wonderful locations to choose from for photographing families. The Manassas Battlefield is one of the most popular for many reasons. It offers a variety of backdrops from greenery, to open fields and blossoms in the spring. It’s particularly beautiful in the late […]